Garrett Motion Partners with Cling for Centrifugal Compressor Production for Electric Buses and Trucks in China
Garrett Motion Inc. has received its first serial production award from Cling for its oil-free, foil bearing centrifugal compressor, which will be integrated into electric buses and trucks. Production is set to start in 2027. The compressor offers improved cooling efficiency, reduced size, and lower noise levels, validated through testing in 2025. It operates at speeds over 160,000 RPM, supports 400V-800V heat pump systems, and promises 45,000 hours of maintenance-free operation.

Garrett Motion Inc. has awarded its first serial production contract to Cling for its oil-free, foil bearing centrifugal compressor, aimed at electric buses and trucks in China, with production slated to begin in 2027. This compressor features a high-speed motor exceeding 160,000 RPM and is designed to be 50% smaller, 30% lighter, and 10 dB quieter than traditional compressors.
It supports 400V-800V heat pump systems and low-pressure refrigerants, with an expected lifespan of 45,000 hours without maintenance. The technology has undergone extensive testing in 2025, establishing benchmarks for efficiency and thermal performance in commercial vehicles.




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